Center Lock Nut

Center lock nuts are are distorted in the middle of the nut.

Center lock nut.

This allows the nut to be started from either side. They have an irregularly shaped thread in the middle of the nut that grips the bolt for a stronger hold than nylon insert locknuts. A distorted thread locknut is a type of locknut that uses a deformed section of thread to keep the nut from loosening from vibrations or rotation of the clamped item. Our patent pending center locking system consists of an additional reverse threaded cap which prevents it from backing out and tightens the center locking nut as a safety feature.

The larger flange diameters are well suited for soft materials in the assembly. The flat side of the lock nut should sit flush with the material once tightened. Center lock nuts are similar to elliptical offset nuts except that they are distorted in the middle of the nut. Center lock flange nuts are reliable very versatile and low cost.

More product details close. We have designed and engineered our adapters and locking nut from aerospace grade forged steel for its strength and durability. This center lock system is identical to those used on the world s most exotic race cars and motorsports. Our leading center locking system is widely available in multiple bolt patterns.

This allows the nut to be started from either side. Also known as reversible locknuts they can be threaded on from either end. The small locking impression adds security to the application without distortion to the flange nut dimensions. Two way reversible lock nuts are considered two way because they can be installed in either orientation top up top down these nuts are also referred to as center lock nuts and are ideal for production and automated assembly.

As a result the locking of the mating part occurs in the center of the nut. Lock nuts are hex nuts with a nylon lock nuts are hex nuts with a nylon insert. Center lock nuts are low cost one piece all metal prevailing torque hex lock nuts with chamfered beveled corners.